All three deputy chief ministers – Datuk Amar Uggah Embas, Tan Sri Dr Jemut Masing and Datuk Amar Abang Johari Openg and Local Government Minister Datuk Dr Sim Kui Hian were among the first to arrive at the hospital upon hearing the news.

Head of State Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud also arrived to pay his respects.

Family members, relatives and ministers slowly trickled after the official announcement of his passing, with many seen openly sobbing upon hearing the sad news.

Adenan’s body will be moved to his family home later today, where it will lie in state.